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as in liberates
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
a global crusade to free Nelson Mandela from a South African prison had emerged
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as in opens
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
we'll free the river by breaking up the ice jam
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as in clears
to rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way
would you mind freeing up the work area so I can work?
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as in relieves
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
a phone call would free your parents from worry
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as in saves
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
this plan should free us from debt
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Recent Examples of frees
Israel put that on hold until Hamas frees a civilian hostage who Israel said should have been released Saturday.
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Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2025
Glide mode frees you up to be present with others and enjoy your surroundings.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2025
Outsourcing marketing or legal compliance delivers faster results and frees resources for innovation, making the right partnership vital for growth.
—Sheraz Ahmed, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Beasley forces defenders to stay attached to him defensively, which frees up driving lanes for Cunningham.
—Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Warren’s deep, husky voice frees himself from the blame of an unhealthy relationship over a stomping piano beat.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 21 Jan. 2025
This frees leaders to focus on guiding team performance and innovation.
—Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Moving on from him frees Philadelphia from his long contract.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
Takeout undeniably frees up time and energy — especially during the week — but inflation is real even if numbers aren’t.
—R29 Team, refinery29.com, 17 Jan. 2025
Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2025
Glide mode frees you up to be present with others and enjoy your surroundings.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2025
Outsourcing marketing or legal compliance delivers faster results and frees resources for innovation, making the right partnership vital for growth.
—Sheraz Ahmed, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Beasley forces defenders to stay attached to him defensively, which frees up driving lanes for Cunningham.
—Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Warren’s deep, husky voice frees himself from the blame of an unhealthy relationship over a stomping piano beat.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 21 Jan. 2025
This frees leaders to focus on guiding team performance and innovation.
—Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Moving on from him frees Philadelphia from his long contract.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
Takeout undeniably frees up time and energy — especially during the week — but inflation is real even if numbers aren’t.
—R29 Team, refinery29.com, 17 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frees
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Additionally, the Mansfield Drive-in Theatre opens for the season Friday, April 4, according to a release.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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That opens the path for other Democrats to do so and avert a government shutdown.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
14 Mar. 2025
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Another important factor is if a jacket limits mobility or gets in the way when the dog relieves itself.—
Madison Yauger,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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The partnership relieves overcrowding at the shelter, which has recently seen an uptick in the average length of stay before getting adopted, said shelter spokesperson Jen Smieja.—
JR Radcliffe,
Journal Sentinel,
26 Dec. 2024
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The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Humiliated when Iran releases the hostages minutes after Reagan is inaugurated.—
Bradley Tusk,
New York Daily News,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Frees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frees. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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